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A starry cosmic background features a bright central star surrounded by swirling nebulae and distant stars. The text "North Star" is prominently displayed in a bold, modern font, with the subtitle "A science fiction roleplaying game convention" beneath it. The overall design evokes a sense of adventure and exploration in a vast universe.

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Sat, May 9, 2026, 10:00 AM
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Fantasy News

The cover of the "Octopath Traveler TRPG Rulebook" features a colorful illustration of eight characters from the game, each with distinct appearances and poses, gathered together in a dynamic composition. Prominent in the center is a character with dark hair, flanked by a mix of heroes and a large wolf, all set against a soft, watercolor-like background. The title "OCTOPATH TRAVELER" is displayed at the top, with "TRPG RULEBOOK" beneath it, and the game designer's credit is noted at the bottom.
Japanese TTRPG Octopath Traveler Set For English Release

Dark Horse Books and Square Enix announced today that they are releasing the Octopath Traveler TRPG Rulebook in English this October. Previously only available in Japanese, Octopath Traveler is based on the award winning computer game of the same name.

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Modern News

A stylized illustration of a fish, prominently featuring the title "HEY, THAT'S MY FISH!" in bold, playful lettering. The fish is depicted in a vibrant reddish-orange color with a slightly whimsical design, set against a soft, blue-toned background that suggests an underwater environment. The overall composition conveys a fun and engaging theme, suitable for a family-friendly board game.
Penguins Go Fishing on Board Game Arena

Board Game Arena is the largest board game table in the world. With over 10 million players and a library of 1200 games this popular browser-based platform allows you to play against friends, and strangers, from all around the world.